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Joann Ruby Whanger

7/24/1936 - 4/14/2020

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Obituary For Joann Ruby Whanger

Joann R. Whanger, 83, of Wintersville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at Presbyterian Hospital. She was born July 24, 1936 in Steubenville, a daughter of the late Alfred L. & Mildred M. Featner Ludewig. She was a member of Hope Community Christian Church and Wintersville High School Class of 1954. In 1998, Joann retired from Jefferson County Developmental Disabilities at both the Shaffer Plaza and Training Center. Currently, Joann and her husband, Robert, own and operate Electric Stitch Embrodiery Co. Joann was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law Roanne Whanger; step granddaughter Sarah Duff and brother George E. Ludewig. Joann is survived by her husband, Robert L. Whanger, Sr.; son Robert L. (Sabrina) Whanger, Jr.; daughter Brenda (Jeff) Edwards ; four grandchildren Ryan Whanger, Russell Whanger, Evelyn Edwards & Lydia Edwards; four step grandchildren Tawnya (Eric) Rankin, Jennifer (Shane) Douglass, Jamin Bourne & David Duff; five step great grandchildren; two brothers Alfred L. “Bub” (Carole) Ludewig & William F. “Pepper” (Shirley) Ludewig; and three sisters Mary Louise “Minnie” (Tom) Walters, Charlene (Doug) Freshwater & Anna Peterson. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all services are private. Burial at Fort Steuben. Donations in her honor may be made to Special Olympics (https://give.specialolympics.org/page/contribute/ohio19); American Stroke Association (800-AHA-USA1) OR Hope Community Christian Church, PO Box 2607, Wintersville, OH 43953

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  • 09/03/2024

    Joyceann King

    My heart and soul ache for Aunt Joanne's family. She is loved by many ! What a special lady, beautiful inside and out. Much lovešŸ’—

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  • 09/03/2024

    Robin

    Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. She was the kindest person and she'll be missed. The Laughery's

  • 09/03/2024

    Lou den dekker

    Our condolences to Bob, Sabrina and family.Your neighbors in Florida Lou and Nick

  • 09/03/2024

    Beverly Sullivan

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.

  • 09/03/2024

    Richard Miller

    Bob, I am sorry for your loss. Know that you comfort that God provides will help heal your hurt.

  • 09/03/2024

    Marijo Young

    To all of Joann's family,I am so sorry for your loss. Joann was a grand lady and will be missed by many, far beyond your imagination. I hope God will hold all of you in His loving arms and ease your pain. I will be saying prayers for all of you.

  • 09/03/2024

    The Summers , Dave, Linda, and Cory

    We're so sorry for the loss of a great lady who was a fantastic grandmother. Especially how her and Bob would work tirelessly to make the baseball caps with every child's name and number embroidered on them. Each and every year for Ryan's and Russell's teams. They made all the kids proud.just like the pros wore! And they were at every game too. JOANNE was as sweet as they come. We were so fortunate to get to spend time with her and Bob. Special memories of a special lady we will never forget. May the grace of God be with the family and heal their loving aching hearts. With Sympathy and Prayers

  • 09/03/2024

    greg wrkich

    Penny and IĀ  send our condolences to the Whanger family and friends. Joann was always nice and kind and will be missed by all.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ernie Zambon

    Bob and family, sorry to here about the passing of your Mom. Deepest sympathy.

  • 09/03/2024

    Teresa Gagliardi

    Robert, Bob and Brenda,So sorry to hear of Jo Ann's passing. She was a wonderful person and I always enjoyed seeing her. My heart goes out to you all. Sympathy and God BlessTeresa GagliardiĀ 

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